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I have an infected sore on my leg. The scab that formed fell off. It is deep, watery, red and green and raw underneath. Do I need to see a doctor?

I was injured in a car accident. My doctor set me up to go to a local wound care center in 5 weeks. The wound looks bad - can it wait that long?

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Vascular Institute of Chattanooga

Published on Aug 14, 2019

Call the wound center and see if they can see you earlier than your already scheduled appointment. If they won't, have your doctor's office call and try to move up the appointment.

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Answered by Vascular Institute of Chattanooga

Call the wound center and see if they can see you earlier than your already scheduled appointment. If they won't, have your doctor's office call and try to move up the appointment.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

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